About Second harvest heartland
Second Harvest Heartland: Fighting Hunger in Minneapolis-St. Paul
Second Harvest Heartland is a non-profit organization that has been fighting hunger in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area for over 40 years. The organization was founded in 1974, and since then, it has distributed millions of pounds of food to those who need it most.
The mission of Second Harvest Heartland is simple: to end hunger through community partnerships. The organization works with a network of food shelves, meal programs, and other organizations to provide food assistance to those who are struggling with hunger.
One of the unique things about Second Harvest Heartland is its focus on fresh produce. The organization recognizes that access to healthy food is essential for overall health and well-being, so it works hard to distribute fresh fruits and vegetables along with other staples like canned goods and grains.
In addition to distributing food directly, Second Harvest Heartland also advocates for policies that address the root causes of hunger. This includes supporting programs like SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) that help low-income families afford healthy food.
Volunteers are an essential part of Second Harvest Heartland's work. Each year, thousands of individuals donate their time and energy to help sort and distribute food at the organization's warehouse or at one of its partner sites.
If you're interested in getting involved with Second Harvest Heartland's mission, there are many ways you can help:
- Donate money: Every dollar donated helps provide three meals for someone in need.
- Volunteer your time: There are opportunities available for individuals or groups.
- Host a fundraiser: You can organize an event or campaign to raise funds for Second Harvest Heartland.
- Advocate for change: Contact your elected officials about policies that impact hunger in your community.
By working together as a community, we can end hunger in Minneapolis-St. Paul once and for all. Join us today!
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